How To Fix /PICM/ARCHIVING000 - &1 &2 has dependency with &3

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /PICM/ARCHIVING -

• Message number: 000

• Message text: &1 &2 has dependency with &3

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /PICM/ARCHIVING000 - &1 &2 has dependency with &3 ?

  The SAP error message /PICM/ARCHIVING000 &1 &2 has dependency with &3 typically relates to issues in the archiving process within the SAP system. This error indicates that there is a dependency between the archiving object (represented by &1 and &2) and another object (represented by &3), which prevents the archiving process from completing successfully.
  Cause:
  
  Dependency Issues: The archiving object you are trying to archive has dependencies on other objects that must be addressed first. This could be due to linked documents, open transactions, or other related data that must be processed or archived before the current object can be archived.
  Incomplete Data: There may be incomplete or inconsistent data in the system that is causing the dependency to be flagged.
  Configuration Issues: Incorrect configuration settings in the archiving object or related settings may lead to this error.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Dependencies: Identify the dependencies indicated by the error message. You can do this by checking the documentation for the archiving object or using transaction codes like SARA (Archive Administration) to analyze the archiving object and its dependencies.
  Resolve Open Transactions: Ensure that there are no open transactions or documents that are linked to the archiving object. You may need to complete or close these transactions before proceeding with the archiving.
  Review Configuration: Check the configuration settings for the archiving object in question. Ensure that all necessary settings are correctly configured and that there are no inconsistencies.
  Use Archive Object Management: Use transaction SARA to manage the archiving process. You can check the status of the archiving object and see if there are any specific logs or messages that provide more details about the dependency.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to the specific archiving object for additional guidance on resolving dependencies.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  SARA: Archive Administration
  SARI: Archive Information System
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address known issues or provide additional guidance on the specific archiving object.
  Support: If the issue persists after attempting the above solutions, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the dependency issue causing the error message.